Analysis Of Is It Still Cheating If There's No Sex? By Liz Welch

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In the article, Is it still cheating if there’s no sex? author Liz Welch explores the harsh reality of dishonest relationships. The article includes stories of couples who have gone through emotional affairs and the strain it has on their relationships. Welch discusses the provocative topic of infidelity and explores the different aspects of the awful act. In this position paper I will be discussing the act of emotional affair and the negative impact it has on a relationship through the following points. First off, I will be discussing how emotional affairs lead to doubts in a relationship, which can ultimately cause division between the two people. Second, I will explore the topic of emotional affairs and how it is slippery slopes in regards

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